NACD Code of Conduct

NACD is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and productive learning environment across all NACD programs and NACD Chapter events (“Events”), whether in person, virtual, live online, or on-demand. By registering for and attending an Event, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct. Specifically, you will

• be collaborative, considerate, respectful, and mindful of speakers, staff, partners, and fellow attendees;
• cease conduct that makes others uncomfortable when asked to do so;
• alert NACD or chapter staff to any dangerous, inappropriate or harassing situation, or an attendee in distress;
• refrain from intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, indecent, or demeaning speech or action;
• abstain from deliberate intimidation, stalking, or unwelcome sexual or personal attention to others;
• abstain from hounding, threatening, or disparaging speakers or participants in person, online, or via chats/forum or on social media;
• discuss opposing viewpoints with a respectful tone and without personal attacks;
• refrain from possessing weapons at Events, notwithstanding local laws that may permit them, without the express permission of NACD;
• refrain from directly selling services to fellow attendees;
• refrain from substance abuse that affects relationships with other attendees;
• refrain from recording presentations;
• use the Event materials only for your personal participation and do not upload them to AI tools or share, repost, or distribute them outside the Events;
• for in-person Events, wear your event name badge while on NACD premises or in NACD-designated event spaces;
• refrain from sharing login credentials or access links with others or allowing shared access to Events. 

We are coming together in support of a peer-sharing environment that promotes independent discussion and builds confidence in governance best practices. Please remember that we must avoid any conversation or activity that could be interpreted as anticompetitive or in violation of antitrust laws. This includes, but is not limited to, discussions about prices, pricing strategies, customer or market allocations, or any agreements that could restrict competition. Our goal is to share insights, foster innovation, and advance governance and oversight—while adhering to all applicable legal and ethical standards.

You understand that NACD may take any action deemed necessary to preserve the learning environment and the integrity of NACD membership, including:

• immediate removal from the Event without refund;
• restrictions on access to, or participation in, future Events.

NACD reserves the right to enact additional consequences for violations of this Code of Conduct. Additionally, revocation of NACD Directorship Certification® credentials and/or NACD membership in accordance with relevant policies and procedures may be considered.

Thank you for helping to make NACD Events a success for everyone.

Registration Policies

• All registrations must be completed by clicking the "Register" button. Registrations are not accepted by email or over the phone.
• All invoices must be paid within 30 days of registration. If the payment is not received within 30 days, NACD reserves the right to increase the registrant's rate to the current rate.
• Registrations can be paid online via credit card (American Express, Visa, and Mastercard).
• A receipt will appear in your confirmation email.
  
  

Cancellation Policies

• Cancellations must be submitted online via the "Already Registered?" button.
• No cancellation fee applies for cancellations received at least four weeks (28 calendar days) before the start of the event.
• A nonrefundable service charge of $250 will apply for cancellations received from four to two weeks (27 to 14 calendar days) out from the start of the event.
• No refunds will be given for cancellations received less than two weeks (13 calendar days or less) from the start of the event.
• All refunds will be returned via the payment method used at registration up to 120 calendar days after the transaction. After 120 calendar days, the refund will be provided by check.